All Obituaries

Sylvia E. (Cormany) Arman, 96, passed peacefully on Monday, March 30, 2020.  Sylvia was born May 22, 1923, to the late William and Ivy (Wetzel) Cormany.  She loved cooking for family dinners and everything she cooked was delicious, but her baked chicken and pies were the best.  She loved crocheting and doing quilts with her sister.  An avid crocheter, her children and grandchildren have the many afghans she created, as well as the hand sewn calendars and Christmas tree...

Thomas A. Adams, 61, a lifelong resident of Clinton and affectionately known as the Mayor of Comet Road, passed away peacefully March 24, 2020. Tom will be sadly missed by his siblings, Elizabeth, John Jr., Barbara and his twin sister, Kathryn. He will also be missed by his nieces, Ellen, Rachel, Shannon and Amanda and by his nephew Ryan. Tom's successful Timber Business came from his love of the outdoors. He loved fishing and following the paths of the deer. He was so in tuned to...

Dawn Marie Sparling, 62 of Canal Fulton, passed away Monday, March 23, 2020 at Mercy Medical Ceneter. Per her wishes, cremation has taken place and a Memorial Service will be held at a later date.

Robert Allen (Bob) Donnenwirth Heaven gained an angel when Bob Donnenwirth, 84, passed away peacefully on March 21, 2020. Born May 13, 1934 to Leota and Robert Donnenwirth, he served in the United States Army. He returned home and married his wife Nancy on August 23, 1959, and they raised their family in Canal Fulton, Ohio. Bob worked for East Ohio Gas Company. Bob and Nancy found their paradise in a beach house in Emerald Isle, North Carolina. He enjoyed camping and loved his 10...

Rita Ann Jarvis, 80 died Wednesday, March 11, 2020 at Hanover House. She was born July 23, 1939 to the late Wilbert C. & Alice (Semelsberger) Young. Rita retired from BF Goodrich and was a member of SS Philip & James Catholic Church, Canal Fulton.  In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by brother, Don Young.  Rita is survived by her son, Richard (Wanda) Jarvis, Grandson, Jason King; sister Mary Kraft; nephew, Donald (Cheryl) Young; nieces, Cindy Kolm and...

Stephen W. Eckles, 64 of Canal Fulton, passed away after a brave battle with cancer. He always maintained a positive attitude saying he was wonderful anytime he was asked.  His smile would light up any room and he will be missed by all. Preceded in death by his parents, Theodore and Martha Eckles; niece, Annie Turner and nephew, Adam Watson. Steve is survived by wife, Tammy (Turner) Eckles; children, Taylor Eckles and Kala Brown; his pets, Cannoli, BonBon and Tunie; brothers, Gary...

Paul D. Hatfield, 84 of Canal Fulton, passed away on Wednesday, March 11, 2020 surrounded by his family after a long illness. Born on January 16, 1936 in Coal Mountain, WV to the late Chester and Verda Hatfield. He was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force and retired from B&W and Northwest Local Schools. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by three brothers and one sister. Paul is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Jane; two daughters, Paulette Kyser and Janet (Richard)...

Dorothy E. Kinches, 92 of Canal Fulton, passed away Sunday, March 15, 2020 at Mercy Medical Center. She was born on June 4, 1927 in Cleveland, OH to the late John and Mary Mehas. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, William. Dorothy is survived by her son Joseph Kinches. Private Services were held at the family's convenience with burial at Granger Fairview Cemetery.

Priscilla Jane Ketler, 78 of Clinton, passed away Wednesday, March 11, 2020. Born on February 25, 1942 in Salem, OH to the late Floyd and Clara Ballis, she had been an area resident most of her life and was a member of High Point Christian Church. She enjoyed cooking, baking, reading and especially loved spending time with her grandchildren. Priscilla is survived by her husband of 61 years, Robert Ketler, Sr.; sons, Robert Jr. and Kevin Sr., seven grandchildren; nine great-grandchildren and...

Laura A. Higgins, 62 of Lawrence Twp. passed away Saturday, December 21, 2019. Born on April 1, 1957 in Barberton to the late Stanley and Gloria (Maddox) Higgins, she had been an area resident all of her life. She was a member of St. John Lutheran Church and a supporter of Best Friends Animal Sanctuary, the ASPCA, and Special Olympics. Laura was active in Girl Scouts and also a member of the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, the Nature Conservancy and the World...